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BEST Mountain view in Franklin! *New Tiny!*
18 private acres with the BEST VIEW in Franklin. Enjoy the best hiking, waterfalls, rivers, lakes, gem mining, festivals, farm to table restaurants & more! About 10 minutes to the Bartram Trailhead, the AT, and downtown Franklin. Enjoy the privacy of the mountains AND all the modern conveniences. This beautiful tiny boasts 180 degree view of the Smokey Mountains. Come stay & live your best life! Fast wifi, 2 Roku TVs, W/D, full kitchen, bbq grill, spacious deck, and fire pit. Must have 4WD/AWD.

Luxury Dome with Mountain Views
This property stands out above the rest offering its guest a unique and rare opportunity to reconnect with nature without losing the comforts of home. Amidst the secluded private glamping dome, we offer breathtaking mountain views and serenity, without losing exceptional creature comforts. Guests can enjoy amenities such as: dip in the hot tub, lounging on the deluxe patio bed swing, or just enjoying coffee with a view from the coziness of the luxury master king bed. PLEASE read other details

Mountain Air Cabin
Adorable & freshly renovated cabin located in a private wooded community between Highlands and Franklin in the Nantahala National Forest. Our light & airy cabin is nestled on almost 4 acres of woodsy, mountainous terrain and is private and picturesque, yet still convenient to town. We love relaxing on the front porch, surrounded by nature and enjoying the sounds of the streams & views of the mountains. It is a peaceful cabin to relax & enjoy the cool breezes and scenery of the Smoky Mountains.

Tiny Home Mountain Adventure+HotTub+Fire Pit+Grill
We can't adequately describe how peaceful it is to sit at the picnic table & listen to the wind through the trees or the birds serenade as the sky turns pink & purple over the Smoky Mountains. We purposely tucked our adorable Tiny Home into the woods to achieve the peaceful retreat you're looking for. You'll feel like the "Little Red Riding Hood" skipping through the woods as you escape the "Big Bad Wolf" of technology and stress. Evenings around the Firepit w/the stars are simply magical!

Luxury Log Cabin • Hot Tub • 7 min to Highlands
Retreat to the silent woods in meticulously restored original “Joe Webb” log cabins: Gilmer Lodge marries the nostalgia of original rustic period architecture with modern finishes, including completely new kitchen and bathrooms. Nestled beneath old-growth tree canopy, this design-forward property includes two separate log cabins – circa 1790 and early 1900s – that together function as a single home. The two cabins are adjacent to each other, connected exteriorly by a wrap-around covered porch.

Romantic Couples Stay with Hot Tub & Great Views
Experience Luxury Glamping at Natures Dome while Exploring the Smoky Mountains this Summer. Chase waterfalls and count the stars ✨ gazing through the skylight. Relax listening to the sounds of the creek below 💞. Enjoy the privacy & seclusion while being minutes from downtown Sylva & Dillsboro, Harrah's Cherokee Casino & The Smoky Mountain Scenic Train Ride 🚂. The National Parks & Blueridge Parkway is within 25 mins while bigger cities like Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge are about an hours drive.

❤️Romantic Highlands Cottage❤️Trail Access to Town!
At 4000+ feet & only a 10 min walk to town on the Rhododendron Trail. Totally renovated 2017!! Light & sunny 3 bed/2 bath, 750 sq. ft. Originally built by my wife's g-grandmother in the 1940's. Floor to ceiling shiplap, 17 ft. ceilings, hardwoods, reclaimed barn wood, custom fixtures, heated marble/slate bath floors, tankless water heater, gas fireplace, porch, Wifi, TV, washer/dryer, kitchenette. Beautiful gardens! Classic Highlands charm with modern comforts! Hike, fish, shop, or relax!

Hide Inn Seek Hillside Treehouse 1.5mi to Main St
Escape to luxury at the Hillside Treehouse brought to you by the biophilic hospitality brand 'Hide Inn Seek'. Located in Highlands NC, just 1.5 miles from main street, this newly built home sits boldly among the trees allowing you to indulge in nature while enjoying luxury accommodations. The 58 step ascent leads you up to a treehouse experience like no other. Check out our newly listed sister property, Bird Nest Treehouse, designed just for couples—complete with a full spa experience!

Bright & cheery! Modern, quiet, peaceful.
Discover a bright mid-century inspired cabin nestled on 4+ private acres near Cashiers & Highlands, NC. Thoughtfully designed with clean lines, natural light, and positive vibes, this stylish retreat features a screened-in covered porch, fire pit, gas grill, and a spacious deck for lounging or stargazing. Surrounded by nature yet close to town (20 minutes drive), it’s the perfect blend of mid-mod design, comfort, and mountain seclusion. Book your unforgettable escape today!

2BR Mtn Top View • Hot Tub • Cashiers & Highlands
Mountain top retreat nestled at 4000ft elevation. Between the Blue Ridge Mountains and a Christmas tree farm. Enjoy expansive views in this secluded home away from home. Located in Glenville, NC just 17 minutes to Cashiers and 33 minutes to Highlands. This 2/2 is a perfect couples getaway or come enjoy it with some friends and family. This westward facing house will have you enjoying unmatched sunsets every night after a day full of exploring the area. @stayatstardust

A Tiny Paw's - A peaceful pause from life
Have you ever wanted to stay in a tiny home like you have seen on HGTV? Here's your chance opt in for a peaceful stay on top of a mountain ridge. Where you relax in the hot tub, pause by the fire or rest in the hammocks. During the day explore nature by taking a hike. We are one hour from Asheville and half an hour to 45 mins to Bryson City, Cherokee, Maggie Valley, Cashiers and Highlands. Or go white water rafting, zip line or take a train ride from Nantahala.

Barndominium in the Nantahala National Forest
This newly built mountain home is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood bordering the Nantahala National Forest but just a ten-minute drive from downtown Franklin. Enjoy slow mornings on the wrap around deck while you take in the beautiful mountain views. Spend your days hiking, biking or fly fishing the numerous nearby trails and rivers. Then wrap up a perfect ending to your day in the hot tub or around a crackling fire watching the sunset.
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- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Dollywood
- Pigeon Forge TN Cabins
- Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA
- Clemson University
- Ober Mountain
- Gatlinburg SkyLift Park
- Anakeesta
- Pigeon Forge Snow
- Nantahala National Forest
- Gatlinburg Convention Center
- Cataloochee Ski Area
- Table Rock State Park
- Casino At Harrah's Cherokee
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- Black Rock Mountain State Park
- Devils Fork State Park
- Gorges State Park
- Tallulah Gorge State Park
- Helen Tubing & Waterpark
- Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing
- DuPont State Forest
- Bell Mountain
- Dollywood's Splash Country Water Adventure Park





